Mechanics 1

Introduction

This course introduces mathematical modelling. We use the equations of motion to find missing values for acceleration, velocity, distance or time in motion with connstant acceleration in a straight line (kinematics). We then consider the dynamics of particles introducing forces, friction and momentum. In the second half of the course we solve problems involving static particles, balancing forces and considering moments. The course finishes with a formal treatment of vectors.
As elsewhere we follow the outline of the Edexcel/Heinemann text. In this case Hooker, Jennings, etal, Mechanics 1, Pearson (2008) ISBN 978-0-435519-16-2
Learners may find it illuminating to consider these topics alongside the more functional approach taken in the notes for Physics AS unit 2 where many of the same topics are repeated with a slightly different treatment.

course outline/calendar

course content

• M1 chapter 1 - mathematical models
• M1 chapter 2 - kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line
• M1 chapter 3 - dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line
• M1 chapter 4 - statics of a particle
• M1 chapter 5 - moments
• M1 chapter 6 - vectors

revision materials

• mechanics ebook by Sean Boyle
• http://openlearn.open.ac.uk/mod/oucontent/view.php?id=398300&direct=1
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• more recent papers are available from the Edexcel revision app